Job Description

The Assistant Director of Club Sports and Women’s Club Flag Football Head Coach will manage all aspects of a newly created competitive club sports structure and program. Oversee all aspects of women’s flag football club team operations, including recruiting, scheduling, practice planning, game strategy, and player development. Develop a vision and a strategy that aligns with the departmental and university strategic plan and mission. Develop and implement appropriate program policies and procedures to ensure safe programs and operations. Work collaboratively with other departments and university staff to develop and implement appropriate risk management protocols. Provide regular and appropriate assessments of the program to measure development opportunities, participant satisfaction, and participation statistics. The Assistant Director reports to the Director of Student Recreation and Wellness.

Guided by our core values, Radford University thrives in an environment where community, collaboration and inclusiveness are valued. All members of the Recreation & Wellness staff work to advance the Models of Practice for the Division of Student Affairs and Radford University's commitment to inclusivity to meet the ever-changing needs of our student population. Further, staff members advance the department’s safety and risk management initiatives in order to create a positive and safe environment and promote the department’s Vivid Vision for Recreation and Wellness.

Required Qualifications

• Experience coaching at the collegiate, club or high school level
• Experience recruiting, developing and motivating student-athletes
• Demonstrated experience using drive and vision to elevate an athletic program
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, organize, and implement new initiatives
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and contribute as a member of a team

Education:
•Master’s degree preferred, or a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of related work experience, training and/or certifications equating to an advanced degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

•Master’s degree
•Previous experience coaching flag football
• Demonstrated experience implementing marketing strategies and executing marketing and promotional campaigns
• Experience recruiting student athletes

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.